the hygienists are thorough yet gentle. very very excellent. i have super sensitive teeth. dr. beals works very quickly and causes NO pain, a truly pleasant experience. my fillings were done before i even thought to worry about how much it would hurt. he is sure, firm and gentle. i now travel many miles just to visit him. life is too short to waste time on poor and/or painful dental care. the facilities are not fancy; a little old and worn, but perfectly servicable. i'll take a superior dentiist in modest trappings any day. no flash, just honest caring service.